Coloring this one was a little harder than it might seem. Stucco is always a challenge because of its lack of definition. I tried to use color variation to indicate texture and I think it turned out well. Thank heavens for the greenery though. It would have looked awfully stark, or just much plainer, without the addition of the shrubs. However, I must admit I am partial to having living landscaping around any building. The tile roof was a first for me too. It was a kind of pinky, orange color which tied in nicely with the brick sidewalk accents. Anyway, it’s already packaged and off in the mail tomorrow.
I received another Christmas home portrait commission last week. It should be fun to do and now I don’t have to make a decision on my next project. I pick up the pictures today and will start the pencil sketch tomorrow. My goal is to have it ready to go out next Monday. Quick work, but doable.
Nov 30, 2014 @ 09:52:49
Hi Ruth… I liked your work..
Nov 30, 2014 @ 10:30:54
Thanks, Jeff. I really love the architectural work.
Nov 30, 2014 @ 11:41:07
Like it – love the roof tiles.
Nov 30, 2014 @ 14:25:52
Thanks. I took some time figuring out the tile.
Dec 01, 2014 @ 07:56:11
Great job with the roof and all the window and door detail! Looks terrific and I’m sure the owner will be thrilled!
Dec 01, 2014 @ 08:49:11
Thanks, Cindy. This is the first southwestern house for me. Back to a brick one today.
Dec 01, 2014 @ 23:57:51
Really awesome! You got the stucco to read so well! Tile roof, too!
Dec 02, 2014 @ 08:50:39
Thanks. Leslie. I speckled it a bit with the pen, but it was mostly done with the pastels.
Dec 09, 2014 @ 04:46:17
Wow this looks truly awesome Ruth
I am amazed at the quality of your work,
it looks absolutely mint my dear 🙂
Have a very happy Tuesday Ruth and keep up your brilliant artistry 🙂
Andro xx
Dec 09, 2014 @ 08:18:23
Thanks, Andro. The person that commissioned it was pleased too. It is to be a Christmas gift.